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Swimming Pools & Spas in Ridgewood, NJ (2026)

4 verified swimming pools & spas rules for Ridgewood, New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Pool Permits

Ridgewood requires zoning approval for private swimming pools under Chapter 190-124T, including in-ground, above-ground, hot tubs, and spas with water over 24 inches deep.

Ridgewood Private Swimming Pool Zoning and Permit Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Fencing Requirements

Ridgewood requires pool enclosures with non-climbable fencing and openings sized to prevent access by children, applying to in-ground, above-ground, and on-ground pools throughout the Village.

Ridgewood Swimming Pool Enclosure and Fencing Standards

Heavy Restrictions

Above-Ground Pools

Ridgewood treats above-ground pools as accessory structures requiring rear-yard placement, zoning permits, and compliance with setbacks under Section 190-124T of the Village Code.

Ridgewood Above-Ground Pool Placement and Setback Rules

Some Restrictions

Hot Tub Rules

Ridgewood classifies hot tubs and spas with water over 24 inches deep as swimming pools, requiring zoning permits, rear-yard placement, and barrier compliance under Section 190-124T.

Ridgewood Hot Tub and Spa Permit Requirements

Some Restrictions

Looking for Bergen County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Ridgewood city rules.

Swimming Pools & Spas in Bergen County